Australia's second plug-in hybrid ute goes about things in a different way, and brings a stronger punch to the core responsibilities of the segment. But, such capability brings compromises elsewhere.

GWM's made some big claims about the Cannon Alpha PHEV. It's able to tow 3.5 tonnes, it's got a range of more than 1000km, and it can actually tackle proper off-roading.But is it really going to be ...